Review the SWMS information below before signing this SWMS. If you see any issues or require clarifcation, please contact Tony Gibson | 0480 457 373 | luke@websiteinaweek.studio.
Work details
- Site / work area
- All sites
- Trade
- Air Conditioning / HVAC
- Task
- Ducted system installation
- HRCW categories
- The area has energised electrical installations or services
- A person could fall more than 2m
- Involves a confined space
Responsible person
Tony Gibson
Director
Identified hazards and risks
- Falls through ceiling or from roof
- Electric shock from wiring connections
- Another risk that is custom
- Slip or trip on elevated platforms
- Impact from falling objects
- Arc flash or blast incidents
- Fire or explosion from electrical faults
- Exposure to toxic gases or vapors
- Difficulty in emergency evacuation
Risk control measures
- Use crawl boards in ceiling space
- Isolate power before electrical work
- Ensuring stable work platforms
- Mandatory use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Lockout/tagout procedures for controlling energy sources
- Insulating protective equipment and tools
- Atmospheric testing before and during entry
- Ventilation to maintain breathable air
How controls will be implemented
- Crawl boards in place before entering ceiling
- Buddy system when working in roof space
- Safety training for all workers involved in height work
- Regular equipment checks and maintenance
- Pre-work risk assessments to identify specific hazards